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Ep. 281: Learning Hard Things
Deep Questions with Cal Newport
Take small steps
Progressing in understanding, particularly in complex subjects like jazz music, requires small, incremental steps. At each level of comprehension, individuals can only move upwards through manageable increases in knowledge. To advance, one must engage in carefully designed exercises that challenge their current understanding and push them beyond their comfort zone. This process often involves a degree of strain or discomfort, reflecting a critical aspect of effective practice. Ultimately, significant growth emerges from consistently stretching one's limits step by step.
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